MRI Technologist

Job Description

Job Summary:

• Provides MRI exams for diagnosis and treatment of patients as ordered by physician or provider. Provides imaging which affects the adequacy of clinical data and research conclusions, the correct diagnosis and treatment of patients.
• Efficiently operates related system & equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs magnetic resonance imaging studies as ordered by physician or provider according to approved procedures
• Performs IV punctures and administers contrast as ordered.
• Performs exam with technical accuracy and in a timely manner. Identifies anatomical orientation on all related images.
• Completes communication of pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of the patient following the examination.
• Consults with professional staff members in interpretation of results.
• Schedules patients for MRI exams.
• Assists with QA/QI of PACS system.
• Ensures proper identification on all images, accurately completes computer functions according to department policies including appropriate edits, status changes, charges, logging, film marking, and storage preparation to ensure proper follow-up.
• Keeps abreast of and implements new improvement developments in field of MRI.
• Communicates and interfaces effectively with clinicians, physicians, radiologists, technologists and patients.
• Completes communication of pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of the patient following the examination.
• Consults with professional staff members in interpretation of results.
• Demonstrates ability to provide care or service adjusting approaches to reflect developmental level of population served (If applicable to position).
• Partners with patient/caregiver in care/decision making.
• Communicates in a respectful manner.
• Ensures a safe, secure environment.
• Individualises plan of care to meet patient needs.
• Modifies clinical interventions based on population served.
• Provides patient education based on assessment of learning needs of patient/caregiver.

Required Education:

• AAS degree or equivalent Hospital based training program with certificate of completion.

Required Certifications & Licensure:

• Registered technologist with ARRT certification as a R.T. ( R ).
• BLS (American Heart Assoc. or American Red Cross)

Required Skills & Experience:

• Minimum of 3 to 6 months as a MRI Technologist.
• Knowledge of basic nursing practices related to MRI, including emergency procedures, sterile practices, infection control techniques, and CPR.
• Experience working in an academic or clinical setting.
• Excellent problem solving. communication and critical thinking skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Adaptability and collaboration.